| Author |
Noyes, Alfred, 1880-1958 |
| Title |
Collected Poems: Volume One
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 71.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Charles Aldarondo, Josephine Paolucci, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Collected Poems: Volume One" by Alfred Noyes is a compilation of poetry written in the early 20th century. The collection showcases Noyes's lyrical talent and includes a variety of themes and styles, drawing on nature, love, and nostalgia. Across his poems, readers can expect to encounter vivid imagery and profound emotional resonance, inviting reflection on both personal experiences and universal truths. At the start of the volume, the poem "The Loom of Years" sets a contemplative tone, exploring the interplay of time and existence through the metaphor of a weaver creating a complex web of life experiences. The subsequent piece, "In the Heart of the Woods," delves into the themes of love and eternity, presenting a mystical connection between nature and human emotions. Throughout these opening poems, Noyes emphasizes the beauty and transience of life, evoking a sense of wonder about the natural world while inviting readers to ponder the deeper meanings behind the fleeting moments that make up our existence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Poetry
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
30501 |
| Release Date |
Nov 19, 2009 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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